Young American Virtuosi
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| Hometown: | Baltimore, Maryland, USA |
| Official Website: | IntermuseArts.org |
The Young American Virtuosi are three American siblings who make up a classical piano trio. Their names are Frances Borowsky, Emmanuel Borowsky, and Elizabeth Borowsky. They were born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland.
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[edit] Upbringing
The musical talents of this trio were nurtured and encouraged under the guidance of their parents, Charles Borowsky and Cecylia Barczyk. Charles is a noted social scientist who has utilized the arts to build bridges among people and nations. He has organized many international conferences and festivals dedicated to the promotion of music as a vital tool for cultural, social, and economic progress. He also plays the harmonica and occasionally performs together with his family. Cecylia is an internationally renowned cellist who has performed in over 80 countries, received many international and national awards, and won prizes in international competitions including the Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, J.S. Bach Competition of Leipzig, and the Cassado Competition in Florence. Frances, Emmanuel, and Elizabeth each began music lessons at the age of four. The entire family (parents included) performs together as The American Virtuosi.
[edit] Career Highlights
The Trio has accrued an impressive list of professional achievements and awards. In 2004, they jointly received the Erick Friedman Prize for Outstanding Young Musicians and performed their New York debut at Carnegie Hall. They have performed as soloists and as a trio throughout North America, Asia, Middle East, and Europe. They have recorded for ICRecords, including Pearls of Music (1999) and Musical Favorites of All Times (2004). In 2008, they performed Pre-Olympic concerts in China under the theme, “Great Harmony: One World, One Dream, One Family.”
[edit] Brief Individual Biographies
Frances Borowsky is the youngest member of the trio. At the World Cello Congress III, she drew the attention of great cello masters. Her meeting with Zara Nelsova was featured in a documentary film about the Congress. Frances has performed in Israel, Jordan, Indonesia, Japan, China, Vietnam, Singapore, Germany, Poland, Scandinavia, Canada, and the USA. She studies under the guidance of her mother and has been mentored by renowned cellists, including Janos Starker.
Emmanuel Borowsky has been lauded as an outstanding musician of his generation since his debut at age six. At the age of 10, he performed Vivaldi’s A minor concerto in Washington D.C. before an audience of over 9,000 people. He has since performed recitals and concerts throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and has frequently been featured on television and radio programs. Among his teachers have been Jaime Laredo, Zoltan Szabo, Dorothy DeLay, Erick Friedman, Gudny Gudmundsdotir, and Mark Kaplan.
Elizabeth Borowsky has achieved international recognition as a highly talented and promising artist. Since her debut at age seven, she has performed in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. She is the recipient of the International Young Artists Award, Heidelberg Grand Prix, United States Chopin Foundation Scholarship, Pro Sinfonika Award for Promoting Classical Music Among Youth, Jerusalem Medal for Composition, and National Foundation for the Arts Merit Award, among others.
[edit] From the Press
“Like a Baltimore version of the Family von Trapp, the Borowsky family entertains audiences around the world with their classical music performances.” Baltimore Style Magazine
"They played with authority, impressive technique, and outstanding maturity…” Israel
“A performance of the highest artistic level. . . ultimate enjoyment!” Rhein-Neckar Zeitung (Germany)
"They were simply the best family ensemble we ever have listened to in Osaka!” Japan
“The American Virtuosi/The Borowsky Family overwhelmed audience at the Jakarta Arts Center. They are excellent musicians and friendly people.” Indonesia
"Bravo! What an impressive performance and a great musical family!" Poland
"The Borowsky Family made us aware of the value of music in society. We applaud their extraordinary artistry. They are an exemplary role model for families everywhere.” China
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